Operations in the chemical manufacturing sector include:
- Basic chemicals facilities produce chemicals by basic processes, such as thermal cracking and distillation. Products include petrochemicals, industrial gases, synthetic dyes and pigments, and many other organic and inorganic chemicals.
- Coatings and adhesives facilities mix pigments, solvents, and binders into architectural and industrial paints; manufacture paint products such as paint removers and thinners; and manufacture adhesives, glues, and caulking compounds.
- Resins and synthetic rubber facilities manufacture resins, plastic materials, synthetic rubber, and fibers and filaments.